Comparing the BMW R 1300 GS and the Nightster Special side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW R 1300 GS is available at a price on request, while the Nightster Special is priced at ₹1,400,000. On the engine front, the BMW R 1300 GS comes with a 1,300 cc unit compared to the Nightster Special's 975 cc, producing 145.48 bhp @ 7750 rpm and 89 HP (66 kW) @ 7,500 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20.83 kmpl for the BMW R 1300 GS versus 18.18 Kmpl for the Nightster Special. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Air and liquid-cooled | Liquid‑cooled |
| Displacement | 1,300 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Type | Two-cylinder, four-stroke boxer engine | Revolution Max 975T V‑twin (DOHC, VVT) |
| Power | 145.48 bhp @ 7750 rpm | 89 HP (66 kW) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm | 95 Nm @ 5,750 RPM |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 11.7 L |
| Mileage | 20.83 kmpl | 18.18 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 237 | 225 |
| Seat Height | 850 | 715 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Dual‑channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Twin disc brake, semi-floating brake discs, diameter 310 mm, 4-piston radial brake caliper | Disc |
| Front Suspension | Central Shock Absorber | 41mm SHOWA® Dual Bending Valve conventional forks. Aluminum fork triple clamps. |
| Rear Brake | Single disc brake, diameter 285 mm, 2-piston floating caliper | Disc |
| Rear Suspension | Single-sided Swingarm | Rear suspension is dual outboard, direct-acting (no linkage) emulsion technology shock absorbers with coil springs and a threaded collar for pre-load adjustment. |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 120/70 - R19 | 100/90‑19 |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 - R17 | 150/80‑16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Aluminum cast, satin black |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | 12 V / 10 Ah | — |
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| Cluster | Digital | Digital TFT (102 mm) |
| Color Options | Light whiteBlack Storm MetallicRacing Blue MetallicAurelius Green Metallic | Whiskey FireVivid BlackBilliard GraySnake Venom |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection | Fuel Injection |
| Price Variants | Triple Black | 2200000 Trophy | 2225000 Option 719 Tramuntana | 2425000 | | 1538000 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6‑speed manual |
